1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 250 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Pajero | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2475 mm |
